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Massachusetts Fourth of July 2025: Where to Catch Every Fireworks Show by Town

Massachusetts Fourth of July 2025: Where to Catch Every Fireworks Show by Town

Fireworks Light Up Massachusetts: 2025 Fourth of July Events and Logistics

If you want to see fireworks in Massachusetts this July Fourth, you've got more choices than ever—rain or shine. Towns from Boston to the Berkshires are gearing up for vibrant displays, crowd-pleasing concerts, and all sorts of Independence Day fun.

Fourth of July in Boston is always a showstopper. The city’s famous Esplanade celebration kicks off with a big concert at 7:00 PM, building all the way to fireworks at 9:40 PM. Security is tight, with every bag checked at entry and hundreds of portable restrooms to handle the crowds. Fancy watching, even if it’s drizzling? The organizers say the event is a go unless the weather gets dangerous.

Not far behind, Worcester has its own twist—catch the WooSox baseball game at Polar Park, then stick around for fireworks as soon as the game wraps up. Agawam crowds flock to Six Flags for their July 5th night show at 9:30 PM. And if weather doesn’t play fair, they’ve lined up July 11 through 13 as backups. Tree House Brewing in Charlton is lighting the sky on July 5 (with July 12 in their back pocket for rain), while Winthrop plans a 9:20 PM show at Coughlin Park on the holiday, letting fireworks fans double up or pick a rain date.

Western Massachusetts hasn’t been left out—Williamstown is hosting a 9:15 PM event near 215 South Street, perfect for folks looking for a smaller-town, family-friendly vibe.

Safety, Viewing Tips, and More Events

Safety, Viewing Tips, and More Events

Each year, public safety officials warn against using your own fireworks. In the last five years, almost 200 people have been seriously hurt, and there have been more than 500 fires just from home setups. Police and even a few undercover officers will be out, looking to stop illegal fireworks and keep big community gatherings safe for everyone.

Planning your night? Here’s a quick rundown of some other standout displays:

  • Franklin: July 5 at 10:00 PM, high school on 218 Oak St.
  • Greenfield: July 5 at 9:35 PM, Poet’s Seat Tower on Mountain Rd.
  • Methuen: July 5 at 9:30 PM, near the Exit 4 off-ramp of MA-Route 213.
  • Middleborough: July 5 at 10:00 PM, Battis Field/Pierce Playground.

Want the best seat in Boston? The Hatch Memorial Shell on the Esplanade packs in the crowds, but spots like Castle Island, Memorial Drive in Cambridge, and a handful of city rooftop bars let you catch the show from a distance—and maybe skip a little of the rush.

Harborfest adds even more to the holiday spirit with historical reenactments and live music from July 2 through 4, making Boston’s Independence Day scene truly stand out. Wherever you go, expect police to be on alert for illegal fireworks, with plainclothes and uniformed officers doing their rounds. If you’ve got family and friends in tow, rest easy—event planners and local officials are going all in so everyone gets a safe, memorable Fourth.